Getting started.
Who this helps
Free visits are available to pregnant people and primary caregivers of babies up to 3 months; parents under 21 with babies up to 6 months; and adoptive or kinship families with an infant under 12 months. Ask the local program about placement timing.
How to get started
Use the request-call form or county map to contact your local program. A home visitor will schedule regular visits at times convenient for you.
How they can help.
Maine Families is a statewide home visiting program connecting expectant and new parents with trained professionals who provide support, education, and community connections.
- In-home parenting support visits
- Child development information
- Health and wellness resources
- Connections to community services
- Breastfeeding and bodyfeeding information
What to have ready.
Ask your local program what information, if any, to have ready. Visits may be at home, another safe location, or virtual.
Call with your questions